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Register for Fall Semester Classes
Undergraduate registration for Fall 2008 begins on April 14. Appointment times for fall registration are posted online. You can also find your appointment time in LOCUS by looking under "Academics" and then clicking on "Appointments." For more information about registration, contact the Office of Academic Advising and Services (OAAS) at: 773.508.7714.
Listen to a Presentation by ABC News Reporter
John Stossel
Go to a presentation and book signing featuring John Stossel, consumer reporter and host of the ABC News program 20/20, on April 15 at 7 p.m. in the Quinlan Life Sciences Building, Room 142. Stossel's presentation is titled "The Clueless Media: How the Media Keeps Getting Things Wrong." The presentation will feature a question and answer session, followed by a book signing. Stossel's latest book, "Myths, Lies and Downright Stupidity: Get Out the Shovel—Why Everything You Know is Wrong," will be available for purchase at the event. Admission is free for members of the Loyola community and $1 for the general public. To learn more about Stossel, visit his Website.
Study at the John Felice Rome Center
Apply to study abroad at Loyola's John Felice Rome Center next fall or for the entire 2008 - 2009 academic year. You must have a minimum GPA of 2.75 and complete 30 credit hours before studying at the Rome Center. Freshmen who will complete 30 credit hours at the end of the current semester are also welcome to apply. The Rome Center offers an orientation tour around northern Italy and many other study trips during the academic year. Select classes that count towards Core Curriculum, major or minor requirements. All financial aid, scholarships and loans transfer to the Rome Center. Take advantage of this amazing opportunity and apply now! For more information, contact Elyse Lyons, Rome Center Recruiter, at: 773.508.2760; or e-mail: elyons1@luc.edu.
Network with Loyola Alumni
Go to the Alumni/Student Networking Night on April 16 from 6 p.m. - 8 p.m. in Beane Hall. Connect with alumni from various career fields and industries to learn about their successes and mistakes, ask questions about their career paths, and learn the benefits of business and personal networking. Hors d'oeuvres and drinks will be served, and business casual attire is required. To RSVP for the event, log into your eRecruiting account and click on the "Calendar" section.
Relax and Unwind at the Spring Fling
Attend the Spring Fling on April 17 at 6 p.m. in Weil Plaza. Enjoy music by Ben Coulter and Trippin' Billies, a Dave Matthews cover band. After the concert, head over to Centennial Forum Student Union (CFSU) for more fun activities, including sand art, karaoke, pool, ping-pong and music. Free food will be provided at the event. For more information, contact Bryan Goodwin at: bgoodwin@luc.edu; or April Boulter at: aboulte@luc.edu.
This Week's Events and Deadlines
Celebrate the International Pursuits of Graduate Students
Learn about international endeavors at Loyola at a special event on April 11 at 4:30 p.m. in the Quinlan Life Sciences Building, Room 142. Discover the accomplishments of Loyola graduate students while enjoying great food, festive cultural performances and student presentations. This event is sponsored by the Graduate School and the Office for International Programs. To learn more, call: 773.508.3396; or e-mail: gradschool@luc.edu.
Check Out the Graduate Student Research Symposium
Go to an interdisciplinary research symposium for graduate students and alumni on April 12 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. in the Crown Center Auditorium and Lobby. The symposium is organized around two themes: public health and the urban environment. Graduate students and alumni will present their work in the form of an oral presentation or poster. The event will also feature lunch and a panel discussion on career awareness after graduate school. To RSVP for the symposium, e-mail the Graduate School Advisory Council at: gsacluc@gmail.com. Learn more at the research symposium's Website.
Find Out About the STEP Biodiesel Course
Meet with students and faculty members currently involved with the Solutions to Environmental Problems (STEP) biodiesel course on Earth Day, April 12, from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. in the Quinlan Life Sciences Building. Learn how this interdisciplinary course develops practical solutions to complex environmental problems. The class takes waste vegetable oil from the Rambler Room and Simpson kitchen and converts it into biodiesel.
Also, plan to attend the STEP Biofuels Public Forum on April 24 from 3 p.m. - 5 p.m. in Coffey Hall's McCormick Lounge. Participate in a panel discussion with local and regional biofuel experts, view an interactive poster presentation produced by STEP students, and take a tour of Loyola's biodiesel lab.
To learn more about these events and get additional information about the STEP course, contact Rubina Ali at: rali2@luc.edu; Matthew Berns at: mberns@luc.edu; or Gina Lettiere at: glettie@luc.edu.
Reserve Your Seat at the Business and Etiquette Dinner
Go to the Business and Etiquette Dinner on April 14 from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. in the Simpson Multipurpose Room. This event will help you prepare for interviews and jobs by teaching you important dining and business etiquette. The dinner will feature a five-course meal with dining etiquette instruction given by Dana Adams, and a "Dress for Success on a Limited Budget" presentation by Neiman Marcus. The cost is $5 per student and is payable by cash, check or withdrawal from meal plan. Limited seats are available, and reservations are required. You must stop by the Career Development Center, located in the Sullivan Center, Room 295, to register and pay in person. For more information, call: 773.508.7716.
Prepare for the Senior Send-Off
Members of the Class of 2008 are invited to participate in Senior Send-Off events, which begin April 15. Senior Send-Off activities give graduating students a chance to relax, have fun, network and transition to be young alumni. Scheduled events include a Chicago Cubs baseball game, a trip to the Second City improv comedy club, a dinner cruise on the Spirit of Chicago and more. Ticket packages for all events are on sale in CFSU and at the Terry Student Center. View a complete event schedule and ticket information at the Senior Send-Off Website.
Donate at a Blood Drive
Participate in a blood drive on April 15 from 8:30 a.m. - 7 p.m. in the Gentile Center, and on April 18 from 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m. in Bremner Lounge. All donors will receive a coupon for a free Jamba Juice, valid only at the Evanston location. For more information, contact Claire Sorenson at: csorens@luc.edu.
Win a Trip to the Summer Olympic Games in Beijing
Enter the Initiating Mutual Understanding Through Student Exchange (IMUSE) 2008 China in My Eyes Competition to win an all-expenses-paid trip to the Beijing Olympic Games this summer. Submit a 500 - 1,000 word essay or a photograph that illustrates the topic "China in My Eyes: What China Means to Me." Six winners will be chosen, and 10 runner-ups will receive limited edition Beijing Olympic Games collectibles. All entries must be submitted by April 15. Get more information and find out how to submit entries at the IMUSE 2008 Website. Also, check out the competition's official Facebook group.
Participate in a Thai Wedding
Attend a staged wedding and learn about Thai culture on April 15 from 5:30 p.m. - 8 p.m. in Bremner Lounge. Members of the Thai Cultural Club will present the mock wedding celebration, which will include authentic Thai food and music. To learn more, e-mail Reshma Zachariah at: rzachar@luc.edu.
Attend a Reception at LUMA
Go to a reception at the Loyola University Museum of Art (LUMA) on April 16 from 2 p.m. - 5 p.m. Enjoy networking with fellow students and learning about everything the museum has to offer. You can check out Andy Warhol's "Silver Clouds" interactive exhibit, enjoy hors d'oeuvres and win raffle prizes. Get more information about LUMA at the museum's Website.
Connect with Professors at the Student/Faculty Luncheon
Attend the Student/Faculty Luncheon on April 17 from 11 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. in the Simpson Multipurpose Room. This informal event gives you a chance to interact with your professors outside of the classroom. Free Subway sandwiches will be provided. To learn more, contact Nicholas Cannell at: ncannel@luc.edu.
Upcoming Events
Apply to Go to the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference
Attend the National Jesuit Student Leadership Conference, which will be held in Seattle, Washington, from July 30 - August 3. The theme of the conference is "Love, Justice, Community," and it will give you an opportunity to build community within the Jesuit network, share ideas for success and deepen your understanding of leadership.
Workshops are organized into five tracks, which address the needs of each leadership function area: governance, programming, community living, service and spirituality, and cultural diversity.
To apply, you must have completed at least one year at Loyola by July 31 and remain at Loyola for at least one additional undergraduate year. Preference will be given to students who will remain at Loyola for two or more years. All conferences expenses will be paid. Finalists may be required to participate in an interview to complete the selection process.
All applications are due April 18 at 5 p.m. For more information or to download an application, contact Jack McLean at: 773.508.3912; e-mail: jmclean@luc.edu; visit the Student Affairs Website; or stop in CFSU, Room 101. You can also learn more at the official conference Website.
Nominate Candidates for the Catholic College Students Symposium
Submit nominations for the Catholic College Students Symposium: Building a World of Hope and a Community for Peace, which will be held in New York City May 18 - 23. The purpose of the symposium is to engage faith-filled college students in the work of creating a more just world. Two Loyola undergraduates will be chosen to participate, and they will be housed at the Cardinal Spellman Retreat House in Riverdale, New York. Lodging, meals and airfare will be provided. Nominations may be submitted by faculty, staff and students. Self-nominations will be accepted. All nominees must complete an application and may be required to participate in an interview. Nominations are due April 18 at 5 p.m. For more information or to submit a nomination, contact Jack McLean at: 773.508.3912; fax: 773.508.3895; or e-mail: jmclean@luc.edu. Learn more about the symposium at the Student Affairs Website.
Reflect at the Collegiate Fourth
Go to the Collegiate Fourth meeting on April 18 at 6 p.m. in the Regis Multipurpose Room. Inspired by the Kairos retreat, this event focuses on the theme "Living the Magis." Participate in discussion and reflection, and enjoy free food. For more information, contact Beth Ernst at: eernst1@luc.edu; or Elizabeth Beldon at: ebeldon@luc.edu.
Explore Career Opportunities in Ministry Through IPS
Go to the Institute of Pastoral Studies (IPS) open house on April 19 from 9:30 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. in Beane Hall. Connect with IPS staff and learn about various opportunities in ministry-related careers. Register for the event at the IPS Website (click on "Visit Us"). For more information, contact Ryan Hoffmann at: 312.915.7484; or e-mail: rhoffm4@luc.edu.
Contribute to "Think Green and Give"
Participate in "Think Green and Give," a charitable collection event that will take place April 24 - 26 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. in the Simpson Hall east parking lot, and April 25 - 26 from 11 a.m. - 5 p.m. in front of Baumhart Hall. Each year during move-out, students throw numerous items into the trash. This event allows you to donate unwanted items to charity before vacating the residence halls, generating less waste and reducing the amount of packing you'll need to do after final exams! Donations may include gently used, clean clothing and household items, as well as nonperishable, unopened food and toiletries. All items will benefit America's Disabled and the St. Ignatius Food Pantry.
Also, volunteer to help accept, sort and record items donated at both collection sites. You can sign up for a two-hour slot between the hours of 10 a.m. - 7 p.m. on any of the collection days. All volunteers must attend one of two orientation sessions on April 14 from 5 p.m. - 6 p.m. at the Lake Shore Campus or April 16 from 1:30 p.m. - 2:30 p.m. at the Water Tower Campus. For more information, contact Gina Lettiere at: 773.508.8255; or e-mail: glettie@luc.edu.
Learn About Education and Diversity
Attend a presentation about education and diversity on April 24 at 3 p.m. in Beane Hall. Mark Engberg, Associate Professor in the School of Education, will present his research project titled "The Educational Benefits of Diversity: Advancing a Social Justice Agenda for Research and Practice." Related to a Michigan affirmative action case, the project focuses on ways to capture and understand social justice outcomes and discover pedagogical and curricular ways to achieve them. The presentation also covers the Intergroup Dialogue Method, which helps students learn how to talk about and discuss issues about social identity. For more information, contact the School of Education at: 312.915.6800.
Share Your Ideas at a Technology Focus Group
Go to a focus group about students and technology on April 24 from 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. in the Information Commons, Room 230. Discuss your perceptions and experiences with technology at Loyola and help develop ways to enhance the university's technology in the future. Pizza and refreshments will be served, and you'll receive specialty gift items for participating. Registration is required by April 18. For more information or to register, contact Bruce Montes, Director of Academic Technology Services, at: 773.508.7601; or e-mail: bmontes@luc.edu.
Get Entrepreneurial Advice
Go to a presentation featuring established business entrepreneurs on April 24 at 6:30 p.m. in Kasbeer Hall. Find out how to become a successful entrepreneur and learn how to estimate your potential for success. Speakers include Jeff Hoffman, CEO of Ubid.com; Jimmy Bannos, chef and owner of Heaven on Seven Restaurant; Michael Alter, owner of the WNBA Chicago Sky; and Margaret Stender, CEO and president of the WNBA Chicago Sky. A reception will be held before the presentation at 5:30 p.m. Admission is free for Loyola students and $15 for the general public. Learn more about the event online.
Complete the Senior Survey
Graduating seniors are invited to participate in the Senior Survey of the Loyola Experience. This online survey, which is available through April 28, focuses on undergraduate programming. The results will be used to shape future programming at Loyola. An e-mail will be sent to all Loyola seniors asking them to participate in the survey. Students who complete the survey by April 28 will be entered in a raffle to win one of five $200 prizes. For more information about the survey, e-mail: seniorsurvey@luc.edu.
Go to the Undergraduate Research Symposium
Check out the Loyola Undergraduate Research Opportunities Program (LUROP) Symposium on April 28 from 1 p.m. - 3 p.m. on the fourth floor of the Information Commons. Celebrate the projects of more than100 undergraduate students who have engaged in research with faculty mentors during the past academic year. View poster presentations, discuss project specifics with student researchers and learn more about the eight different LUROP programs. For more information, visit the LUROP Website.
Enter the Sustainability Slogan Contest
Create a sustainability slogan and win a 2 GB iPod Nano. The Consumption Reduction and Recycling Committee, along with organizers of the University Sustainability Initiative, seeks a slogan to represent the university community's pledge to "go green" in campus operations and behaviors, as well as in the classroom. The winning slogan will be used on sustainability materials for the 2008 - 2009 academic year. All entries are due on April 30 and must be e-mailed to David Goldblatt at: dgoldb2@luc.edu. Learn more about the University Sustainability Initiative.
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Enroll in Fall Semester Service-Learning Courses
Learn about the service-learning courses offered for Fall 2008. These courses allow you to explore the connections between lessons learned in the classroom and the resources and needs of the greater Chicago community. Gain hands-on experience working with community partner organizations to improve your understanding of social problems and build your professional experience working towards their solutions. You can:
- Mentor a middle-school student through the Big Brothers/Big Sisters program and learn about mentoring and positive youth development (SOWK 361).
- Explore the philosophy of aesthetics while compiling the memoirs of the retired sisters in the Wright Hall community (PHIL 177/PHIL 310).
- Discover how to convert waste vegetable oil from Loyola kitchens into biodiesel and then teach high-school science students how to repeat the process at their schools (STEP: Biodiesel).
For more information about these courses and other service-learning options, check out the complete list of Fall 2008 course offerings at the Center for Experiential Learning's Website. To learn more, contact Chris Skrable, Service-Learning Coordinator, at: 773.508.2380; or e-mail: cskrabl@luc.edu.
Protect Yourself from Bike Theft
As the weather warms up, more students rely on bicycles as a method of transportation. Avoid being a victim of bike theft by following these safety tips:
- Don't place your bike lock close to the ground where a thief can easily smash it with a hammer.
- Secure your bike to bike racks only.
- Use a U-Lock with a flat key to secure the frame of your bike to the bike rack, and also secure a tire if possible. Avoid using Kryptonite locks, as they are vulnerable to picking.
- In addition to the U-Lock, also use a cable lock to secure the bike frame and tire to the bike rack. Two bike locks are better than one!
- Record your bike's make, model and serial number. If your bike is stolen, you'll have a better chance of retrieving it with this information on hand.
- Register your bike with Loyola Campus Safety and the Chicago Police Department.
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"I try to explain to my friends that the West doesn't hate China, they just report the things that people will read, which is usually more about the protests in Tibet and Xinjiang."
- Laura Burns
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